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Center of the Inca Universe
11-day adventure
The Inca world, past and present. Cuzco, the Urubamba Valley and Machu Picchu are our focus. We start with the incredible museum collections in Lima, then head to the Andes into the heart of the Inca empire. We explore Cuzco, Sacsayhuaman, San Salvador, Pisac ruins and town, Chincheros market, Moray, Maras, and Ollantaytambo village and fortress. Our best-for-last treat is a 3-day / 2-night stay at Machu Picchu.
Why so long in Machu Picchu? The better question is, why do others explore this Wonder of the World for so little time? If you had a week you might just be able to discover the depth and breadth of this fascinating and mystical site on the mountain saddle. Our three days allow for a guided tour of the main ruins, hikes to Huayna Picchu, Machu Picchu Mountain, Temple of the Moon, Sun Gate, the Inca bridge and more, plus private exploration to remote corners of the ruins at your own pace.
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Top: Zigzagging walls of Sacsayhuaman fortress above Cuzco (Weston Walker).
Above: Pisac woman in traditional dress, on her way to market (Wes Walker).
Day 1 |
Fly to Lima, Peru. Overnight in Lima. |
Day 2
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Tour historic Lima with visits to the National Museum of Archeology and the Larco Museum. At lunch experience the exquisite flavors and variety of Peruvian cuisine. |
Day 3 |
Fly to Cuzco, walking tour of historic Cuzco, dinner of typical Cuzqueñan specialties. |
Day 4 |
Visit Central Market, Inca Museum, and Archbishop's Palace. Afternoon visit to Sacsayhuaman with a private ceremony with Shaman right in the ruins. |
Day 5 |
En route to the Urubamba Valley, visit ruins of Tambo Machay. In the Urubamba Valley explore Pisac village and its ruins. |
Day 6 |
Full day exploration of Ollantaytambo and the ruins of its fortress and visit to Chinchero market with tradiitonal weaving demonsration. |
Day 7-9 |
Spectacular train ride to Machu Picchu for a three day visit (an INCA exclusive) of the ruins. You'll have a guided exploration of the site, take optional hikes with the guide to Machu Picchu Mountain and to Huayna Picchu, and have time to ponder the mysteries of this spot, take photos, or just "hide out" while trainloads of day-trippers make midday cameo appearances. Return by afternoon train to Cuzco on Day 9. |
Day 10 |
Morning in Cuzco with an afternoon flight to Lima for an overnight. |
Day 11 |
Depart for home, or on to other adventures. |
For a deeper look at this adventure, please read the Detailed Itinerary. |
Departures • Center of the Inca Universe
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2012 |
Jan 17 - Jan 27
Jan 31 - Feb 10
Feb 14 - Feb 24
Mar 6 - Mar 16
Mar 27 - Apr 6
Apr 10 - Apr 20
Apr 24 - May 4
May 8 - May 18 |
May 22 - Jun 1
Jun 12 - Jun 22
Jun 19 - Jun 29 #
Jul 3 - Jul 13
Jul 24 - Aug 3
Aug 7 - Aug 17
Aug 28 - Sep 7
Sep 18 - Sep 28 |
Oct 9 - Oct 19
Oct 30 - Nov 9
Nov 20 - Nov 30
Dec 4 - Dec 14
Dec 18 - Dec 28 Ω
Dec 25 - Jan 4 Ω |
Prices & Supplements • Center of the Inca Universe
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2012 |
$5595
Ω $6195
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# = Inti Raymi, Inca "Festival of the Sun," departure |
Single |
$2300
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Small Group |
A Small Group Supplement applies if there
are fewer than four travelers on your trip.
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Notes • Center of the Inca Universe
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Included
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Roundtrip airport transfers as specified in itinerary, all hotel accommodations (double occupancy, unless Single purchased) as specified in itinerary; all meals as specified in itinerary; all non-alcoholic beverages; all guides, activities, tours, entry fees and sightseeing arrangements as specified in itinerary. |
Not Included |
Not included are any airfare, airport taxes and fees; tips for guides or naturalists (at your discretion); alcoholic beverages; excess baggage charges, or other items of a personal nature.
Price also excludes any insurance coverage for trip cancellation-interruption, travel accident, travel delay, baggage delay or baggage theft (we recommend you obtain coverage for these items), medical or hospitalization expenses. |
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